Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Medical Oncology Clinic

Avera-Healt; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RN sign-on bonus up to $20,000

4-day workweek

No nights, weekends or holidays

Student Loan Repayment

Job summary

Avera Medical Group Medical Oncology-Sioux Falls is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our oncology care team. You will perform general nursing care, administer medications, and coordinate clinic activities to ensure seamless patient care.

The role offers a 4-day workweek with a fixed day off each week, daytime schedule 7:30am–5pm, and no nights or weekends. RN licensure in the state is required, with opportunities for sign-on bonuses.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with an active license in the state of practice.
• Ability to perform general nursing care and coordinate clinic activities.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide general nursing care to patients and administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Coordinate patient care activities within the clinic for seamless care.
• Assist providers during procedures and examinations and prepare equipment.
• Observe and document patient status and responses to treatments; communicate with the care team.
• Manage scheduling and triage patient and caregiver inquiries per protocols.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Education

RN license

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Location:Avera Medical Group Medical Oncology-Sioux FallsWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$22.50 - $41.25Position HighlightsRN may be eligible for up to a $20,000 sign on bonusLPN may be eligible for a $6000 Sign on BonusImpactful Work: Be a vital part of an oncology care team, supporting patients and families through every step of treatment.work-life balance: enjoy a 4-day workweek with a variable day off each weekMonday-Friday 7:30am-5pmno nights, weekends or holidaysIf you are passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients on their cancer journey, the Avera Cancer Institute is looking for a dedicated Medical Oncology Nurse to join our collaborative team. Responsibilities include providing hands-on patient care, including assessments, vitals, and education. Coordinating clinic activities to ensure seamless care. Support scheduling and order entry. Triage patient and caregiver phone calls, utilizing protocols and critical thinking to provide timely support. If you have a heart for oncology patients and want to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a team that truly makes an impact.Student Loan Repayment: This Registered Nurse (RN) position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.LPN Job Summary:Provides for the delivery of professional nursing care under the direction of the provider.Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN ) - Board of Nursing - An active license in the state of practice if required upon hire.LPN: $22.50-$31.50RN: $27.74-$41.25You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewResponsible for providing professional nursing care to patients and families. Communicates with physicians as well as other healthcare team members to provide excellent patient care.What you will doPerforms general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Coordinates the patient care activities for the clinic.Prepares equipment and assists provider during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing of patients.Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider.Oversees appointment scheduling and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Maintains timely flow of patients.Greets patients and prepares them for physical examination. Screens patients for appropriate information including obtaining the health history, taking vitals, and conducting a nursing assessment. Documents obtained information in patient chart. Instructs patient in collection of samples and tests.Responds to patient phone calls in a timely manner with appropriate input from the physician.Educates patients and families about diagnostic process, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness.Suggests solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints.Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness. Prepares list of medical supplies needed.Assures appropriate labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed. Performs quality control and maintains records on all lab testing.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon HireExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].